Coles

Coles Group, operator of the Coles supermarket chain in Australia, states in its annual reports and governance policies that it does not make direct political donations to parties, candidates, or related entities. The company supports various sustainability initiatives, including its “Together to Zero” plan aiming for net zero emissions by 2050, regenerative agriculture, and climate action partnerships. Coles promotes social causes such as Indigenous reconciliation through Reconciliation Action Plans, NAIDOC Week activities, and community grants, as well as occasional diversity promotions like Pride Month product ranges. It sponsors non-ideological events like sports (AFL, cricket) and charities (Red Cross, hunger relief), with no major endorsements of political campaigns reported.

Medium: Major corporate commitment to climate initiatives including net zero targets and sustainability campaigns
Medium: Public support for Indigenous reconciliation, diversity initiatives, and Pride promotions
Low: No notable direct political donations or ideological lobbying reported

No significant donations reported above AEC thresholds.

https://www.colesgroup.com.au/ (2024-10-04)
https://www.colesgroup.com.au/investors/reports/?year=2023 (2024-10-04)
https://www.colesgroup.com.au/sustainability/?page=sustainability-reports (2024-10-04)
https://transparency.aec.gov.au/ (2024-10-04)
https://twitter.com/Coles (2024-10-04)
https://www.linkedin.com/company/coles/ (2024-10-04)
https://www.facebook.com/Coles (2024-10-04)
https://www.instagram.com/coles/ (2024-10-04)